In Episode 110, we are joined by Dr. Gena Cox, IO psychologist, executive coach, and author of Leading Inclusion. We explore what it really takes to create workplaces where everyone thrives. Gina introduces her R-E-D-I framework (Respect, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) and explains why respect must come first to build trust and meaningful inclusion.

You can find Dr. Cox on her website (https://genacox.com/) or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/genacox/).

You can buy Leading Inclusion here (https://genacox.com/product/leading-inclusion-book/).

You can download 25 Ways and sign up for Dr. Cox’s email newsletter here (https://genacox.com/respectebo25ways/).

In episode 109, we sit down with Drs. Ian Katz and Shelly Rauvola, co-editors of a groundbreaking special issue in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. Together, we explore how current public policy changes in the United States are reshaping the world of work, from employee well-being and marginalized worker experiences to the future of I-O psychology education and research.

Key takeaways include:

* How policy changes impact HR practices, training, and organizational functioning

* The chilling effect of political climates on academic freedom and research

* Why behavioral scientists must engage in policy conversations

* How I-O psychology can respond using existing theories and evidence-based practices

* A call to action for researchers and practitioners to advocate for worker dignity and evidence-based decision-making

This episode is essential listening for anyone invested in the future of work, science advocacy, and the role of IO psychology in shaping policy.

Find the special issue here: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/industrial-and-organizational-psychology/issue/380836BA2B93123CE626AACDCB5DF7DA

Find Ian Katz here: https://csh.depaul.edu/faculty-staff/faculty-a-z/Pages/psychology/ian-katz.aspx

Find Shelly Rauvola here: https://csh.depaul.edu/faculty-staff/faculty-a-z/Pages/psychology/shelly-rauvola.aspx

In episode 108, we chat with Justin Weinhardt to explore his recent research on ADHD in the workplace. Drawing from a multi-day study of employees with ADHD, they unpack how daily symptom fluctuations impact engagement—and how job crafting can serve as a powerful, science-backed strategy for managing attention and motivation at work.

Key insights include:

* Why ADHD symptoms vary day-to-day and how that affects work performance

* The surprising effectiveness of adding fun and variety to tasks

* Why reducing workload isn’t always the best solution

* How organizations can foster environments that support mental health disclosure

* What all employees can learn from ADHD coping strategies

Whether you’re a manager, researcher, or someone navigating ADHD at work, this episode offers practical tools and a fresh perspective on neurodiversity and workplace well-being.

Check out the original paper here: https://link-springer-com.ezproxy2.library.colostate.edu/article/10.1007/s10869-025-10065-0

You can find Dr. Weinhardt here: https://profiles.ucalgary.ca/justin-weinhardt

In episode 107 we unpack the global and domestic landscape of workplace safety regulation. Drawing from a recent paper by Maureen Dollard and Rachael Potter, we explore how psychosocial risks (e.g., job stress, job insecurity, and AI disruption) are increasingly recognized as legitimate safety concerns. The conversation dives into:

* How Australia enforces psychosocial safety standards

* Why OSHA’s limited scope and resources hinder worker protection in the U.S.

* The role of unions and the NLRB in safeguarding employee well-being

* How collective action and expanded definitions of safety can reshape the future of work

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in occupational health psychology, labor policy, and the evolving definition of workplace safety.

Read the paper here (https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s41542-025-00236-z)

Find OSHA’s proposed regulation rollbacks, and leave public comments on them, here (https://www.osha.gov/deregulatory-rulemaking). Reminder, public comments are due November 1, 2025.

In episode 106, we speak with Dr. Hana Johnson, Associate Professor at Washington State University, about her recent research on how disaster from pandemics to wildfires impact employees differently based on social class and identity. Learn how class salience intensifies feelings of devaluation, anxiety, and social withdrawal at work, and why organizations must rethink disaster response policies to support vulnerable workers. This episode explores the psychological toll of inequality, the role of identity in resilience, and what leaders can do to build more inclusive, disaster-ready workplaces.

Find Dr. Johnson here: https://business.wsu.edu/directory/hana.johnson/

Find the paper here: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10869-025-10064-1

In this episode 105 we chat with Drs. Katina Sawyer and Patricia Grabarek, co-authors of Leading for Wellness, to unpack what it means to be a “generator” versus an “extinguisher” in leadership. We explore how person-centered planning, authentic leadership, and microcultures can foster thriving teams—even in toxic organizations. Learn how real-world interviews shaped their framework, and get actionable insights on how to “fire your work self,” respect boundaries, and lead with empathy. Whether you're a frontline manager or a C-suite exec, this episode offers a roadmap to healthier, more human workplaces.

You can find Workr Beeing here: https://workrbeeing.com/about/, or on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/workrbeeing/

In episode 104 we chat with Alyssa McGonagle, Associate Professor at UNC Charlotte and author of Chronic Health Conditions and Work: Proactive Strategies for Supporting Employees and Doing Well by Doing Good. We explore the intersection of chronic illness, disability, and employment. We cover key legal protections like the ADA, FMLA, and ACA, the challenges of disclosure and identity management, and the importance of inclusive organizational culture. Dr. McGonagle also introduces the vivid and relatable Spoon Theory and shares evidence-based interventions to make work better for everyone including people living with chronic health conditions. Whether you're an HR professional, manager, researcher, or someone living with a chronic condition, this episode offers actionable insights and compassionate strategies for creating healthier, more equitable workplaces.

You can find Dr. McGonagle here (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssa-mcgonagle/) and here (https://orgscience.charlotte.edu/directory/alyssa-mcgonagle/).

You can order her book here (https://global.oup.com/academic/product/chronic-health-conditions-and-work-9780197660638?cc=us&lang=en&), using the code AUFLY30 for a discount.

In episode 103 we chat with Drs. Andrea Bazzoli and Ian Hughes to explore their recent publication in the Journal of Business and Psychology. The conversation dives deep into how financial stress fluctuates over time, why small monetary changes—not just big windfalls—can significantly impact employee well-being, and how the nonlinear nature of these relationships challenge traditional assumptions in workplace psychology.

We discuss:

* The surprising power of small financial fluctuations

* Why lump-sum bonuses might not reduce stress as expected

* How macroeconomic policies intersect with organizational behavior

* Actionable strategies for managers to support financially stressed employees

Whether you're an I-O psychologist, HR leader, or just curious about the psychology of money at work, this episode offers data-driven insights and practical takeaways for improving employee well-being.